Klarna

Business Development, Partner Success

Klarna$100K — $120K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-10 years in Business Development, Account Management, or Sales.
  • Experience in retail, payments, technology, and/or ecommerce.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • Driven and passionate about engaging with new cultures.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Build and execute joint business plans with partners to drive growth.
  • Deliver enhancements and identify improvement areas with strategic partners.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to drive enablement and lead generation activities.
  • Identify and pitch new business opportunities, closing deals and upsells.
  • Manage key relationships with stakeholders, including C-suite members.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness stipends.
  • Life, medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and dependents.
Full Job Description
What You Will Do
We are currently seeking an adaptable, strategic, and solution-oriented Business Development Manager to join one of our Partner Success Teams. In this role, you will work with Klarna's largest and most strategic merchants and uncover growth opportunities and deliver scalable, value-driven solutions. You'll need to be comfortable in a fast-paced, self-directed environment where critical thinking, rapid learning, and strategic decision-making are essential to success. In this role, you will:
  • Build and execute jointly agreed-upon business plans with partners or merchants to drive mutual growth and success.
  • Deliver enhancements to existing brands and identify areas for improvement with key strategic partners.
  • Work closely with internal analysts, delivery, and marketing teams at Klarna to drive enablement and lead generation activities.
  • Identify new partnerships or business opportunities, pitch Klarna's services, and close new deals, upsells, and expansion opportunities.
  • Build strong relationships at both the executive and individual levels.
  • Manage key internal and external stakeholder relationships, including C-suite.
  • Conduct extensive market research to position Klarna optimally.
  • Network effectively with local clients and develop strong professional relationships.
  • Ensure deadlines are met and budgets are maintained.
  • Create and deliver Quarterly Business Reviews to members of merchants' C-suite teams.
  • Adapt the business model to be culturally relevant without losing its identity.
  • Play an important role in taking Klarna to the next level.

Who You Are
  • 3-10 years in Business Development, Account Management, or Sales.
  • Experience in retail, payments, technology, and/or ecommerce.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • Highly driven with a passion for learning about and engaging with new cultures.
  • Desire to build a business from the ground up.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Thrive in an environment that values ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Awesome to Have
  • Advanced degree or relevant certifications.
  • Experience with international markets and cross-cultural communication.
  • Proficiency in multiple languages.
  • Experience with CRM tools and data analysis software.

Please include a CV in English.

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In accordance with applicable law, the salary range for this role is provided in the job posting. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education. The salary range posted in the job advertisement refers to the base pay. Base pay is part of a total compensation package, which may also include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health and wellness, and benefits such as life insurance, medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.

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About Klarna

Klarna is a Swedish financial technology company that provides payment solutions for online shopping and e-commerce. The company offers a range of payment options such as pay later, pay now, and installment plans. Klarna was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. The company operates in 17 countries and has over 4000 employees. Klarna has partnerships with over 200,000 merchants and has over 85 million customers worldwide.
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2005

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